Epoxy Flooring

Our team of epoxy flooring contractors has been installing epoxy flooring in Indianapolis for decades so we know what it takes to make sure the surface of your concrete is ready to accept the epoxy flooring. We have been using the same multi-stage process for decades as it has proven to work better than whatever everyone else is using like acid etching; which is extremely ineffective. The process goes as follows:

The first step of epoxy flooring preparation consists of repairing any imperfections that find themselves on the concrete slab. We repair minor cracks, gouges and even lift all of the stains off of the concrete to make sure the finished product is seamless and has a tight bond. Once the material we use to repair cracks and gouges has dried the next step of profiling the concrete begins. The process of profiling the concrete can be done one of two ways. We either use a diamond wheel grinder to etch the surface or a shot blaster that etches as well. The method will be determined by how big and what type of area we are working with is. Both of these techniques profile the concrete very efficiently but, grinding may be required if the concrete slab is uneven or bulged. After profiling the concrete a quick inspection and cleaning are performed before the actual installation of the epoxy flooring.

While epoxy flooring is one of the easiest flooring systems to maintain, it is also one of the most dependent on maintenance than other flooring systems. This is why we stress that you never put off the maintenance on epoxy flooring. Low traffic epoxy flooring in Indianapolis can be maintained twice a week but high traffic areas need to be cleaned at least once or twice a day.

The first step of maintenance on epoxy is the sweeping of all loose debris off of its surface. To do this only used soft bristle brooms like a dust mop. After all loose debris has been cleared, use a standard wet mop to finish the job but be wary of using random cleaners. Test all cleaners before use! To test a cleaner, mask off an inconspicuous area like in a corner or under furniture and use a splash of the cleaner and wait 5 minutes. If nothing happens you are good to go but if the cleaner turns the surface cloudy, do not use it on the entire flooring!